Yesterday, two Florida House representatives got into an argument while discussing an amendment to the Florida Evidence Code regarding allowing certain types of hearsay as evidence. The argument was over which House rep. quoted Jay Z’s rap lyrics correctly.

Calling Jay Z a “wise businessman,” Williams said, “He even said he knows his rights.” Williams then quoted the lyrics to the rap song, “I know my rights and you’re going to need a warrant for that/Aren’t you sharp as a tack, are you a lawyer or something?”

Williams added: “Members.. If you support Jay-Z, support this amendment. Thank you.”

But Speaker Cannon corrected Williams’ misquote of Jigga’s lyrics:

“In the song, it was the officer who said, “Aren’t you sharp as a tack?” or something. “You should try for lawyer or something,” so I got you on that. It’s an unspoken rule, if you’re going to invoke Jay-Z, you must get the lyrics correct. I’m not sure Jay-Z would support this amendment.”

That argument is stupid and unworthy of a blog post, but I do like Jay’s lyrics. I have always wondered how these rappers wind up with a full car search over a no seat belt stop. Do they know they can say no? Do they not have their lawyers on speed dial if a cop trys to violate their rights?

I have always wondered how these rappers wind up with a full car search over a no seat belt stop.
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I tell my s/o that all the time, but cops are always quick to call back-up when they pull him over so he complies with everything. I’ve had to meet him on a couple occasions and them out.

Yet nobody knows that inaudible line in the theme song from good times nor what a “yolo” is or what the hell Michael Jackson meant in “Wanna Be Starting Something” when she said mama say mama sa ma ma coo sa

Show me a lawmaker who can correctly quote Sir Gucci Mane or Waka Flaka Flame…

Or who can tell me what Michael Jackson and that Liberian Girl where talking about (Naku Penda Pia-Naku Taka Pia-Mpenziwe)??

@Naija, tru, but the probable cause has to be justified. So if you get pulled over for a cell phone violation, does that make them think you have paraphernalia in the car? Once he got pulled over in his new car because apparently cars w/ “paper plates” can get pulled over.

This dude here was in the military and he was carrying a LARGE sum of weed. Going cross the Chesapeake Bay Bridge FLYING. Got pulled over, cops found the stash, locked up, out military. If you riding dirty, you best to follow all traffic rules.

Once I was driving, and got pulled over for window tint while he was a passenger. They asked for mine AND his ID. For every good cop out there, there are multiple shady ones. More tax dollars at work, I suppose.

Please don’t even get me started on Trayvon Martin. That racist SOB shot that baby down in cold bloodied murder. Probably just one more “negro” on his notch. Us blacks are not allowed to live in gated communities or have I kids walk to the store. Bet he would not have shot a white boy like that.

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or i guess my question should be What does Jay Z song lyrics have to do with the argument…?

#justcuriousandconfused
The FL (elected official) used jay’s verse in his song and the yt man he was speaking to tried to correct the lyrics and said somehting slick like “if you’re gonna quote jayz , at least get it right, the words were…..” and everybody laughed.

The news played the real lyrics and neither one was exactly right. I could get what the offical was trying to say, so I guess this will get folks talking…

IMO If you’ve never been searched illegally, you probably can keep your opinions, because you won’t understand…

@Naija, yeah, it just makes me mad. The only reason I can argue w/ them is because my dad was in law enforcement. He’s taught me what and how cops get away w/ stuff. And really, here in Cali, the whole “DWB” stereotype is sadly true.

Please don’t even get me started on Trayvon Martin. That racist SOB shot that baby down in cold bloodied murder. Probably just one more “negro” on his notch. Us blacks are not allowed to live in gated communities or have I kids walk to the store. Bet he would not have shot a white boy like that.
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That broke my heart when I read that this morning. So sad…

@Bird & Cookie if you get pulled over for a violation it gives cops probable cause…see TI & such…most people get busted over simple road violations
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Not true. The probable cause in TI’s case was that they smelled the chronic. If they stop you for a traffic violation they need to write you a ticket. They can’t force you to let them search the car. They ask and if you say yes that is on you. You have the right to say no as long as you have not given them a reason to search.

By the by……

I’m really PISSED that no one is talking about this Trayvon Martin case. People marched for those Jena idiots but there is radio silence on this? This young man is dead and his murderer is free as a bird because he’s white with 4 years as a criminal science major.

She Said I Have To Go Home
‘Cause I’m Real Tired You See
Now I Hate Sleepin’ Alone
Why Don’t You Come With
Me
I Said My Baby’s At Home
She’s Probably Worried
Tonight
I Didn’t Call On The Phone To
Say That I’m Alright

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This is every lady boy or lady groupie ever I mean I am so super sure Eddie George was told this by white bread before the man pulled them over.

This story is not big enough for the likes of Rev. Al, Jessie, and Tom Joyner. This young man needs justice as does his family. What’s to stop this trigger happy SOB from doing something like this again?

HAHAHHA gotta love.. theres a lesson in everything!!! how about Georgis residents being tested for drugs before receive public assistance.. Im not a supporter of that, if the citizens are being tested so should our politicians be tested… Its all taxpayers money..

HAHAHHA gotta love.. theres a lesson in everything!!! how about Georgis residents being tested for drugs before receive public assistance.. Im not a supporter of that, if the citizens are being tested so should our politicians be tested… Its all taxpayers money..

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It’s only Debits and Credits no real GOLD is being exchanged, so technically u dont pay anything, its just an illusion, and you signed up for it when it was not forced on you.

@JayBee, I actually agreed with the drugtesting legislation. I had to go to the Department of Social Services this morning to pick up some paperwork. It was people in there high as a damn kite. Why should they be able to smoke up my money?

(now who walks around thier car every time they get in …to check there tail lights)
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I had a cop try to do that ish. I got a statement from my mechanic saying the taillight was in proper working order and took it to court. The judge looked at the cop, shook his head, and dismissed the case….

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When folks accept assistance, they sign away alot! There are pages and pages of papers that state they can take your house or future assets, people better watch what they'r esigning, and think if it's worth it just to get a lil bit… Now if you need it, so be it

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When folks accept assistance, they sign away alot! There are pages and pages of papers that state they can take your house or future assets, people better watch what they'r esigning, and think if it's worth it just to get a lil bit… Now if you need it, so be it

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I heard you can apply for food stamps online… times have changed

In real news…Sandra, ironically I met a woman today from Uganda. She’s been here 7 years. Mary Nsubuga stated, ” I think the Kony campaign is a good idea because it will bring peace & it’s not for money oil.” I tried to educate her but she couldn’t understand a lick of English. I said listen, my father is from Liberia & the rebels turned out one of my half brothers. I no longer donate money but I do give away our clothes & other items. I told her I would pray for her & hopefully she will be able to see her kids again. Everybody has a motive, but a simple prayer won’t hurt

It is also the best way to save I find at least 70 cents everytime I shower

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WHHHHY I just thought about my grandmother. Me and my cousin used to stake out outside the bathroom door she go in to shower. She whip that bra off and AT LEAST $2.00 in coins would fall out and roll under the door.

Or if that’s the case, I need any and everyone who gets paid via tax payers to have to submit a drug test. You know how many politicians out there :blunt:. Not to mention they have to pay for their drug test

@Vdot, I agree with what you’re saying. I 100% as far as as politicians being drugged test as well. But it pisses me off so bad when I see people selling their food stamps for drugs, taking food out of their own children’s mouths to feed their drug habit.

@JayBee, I actually agreed with the drugtesting legislation. I had to go to the Department of Social Services this morning to pick up some paperwork. It was people in there high as a damn kite. Why should they be able to smoke up my money?

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I dont mind people getting high from time to time but every case is different, but truth be told only 2% goes to public assistance. But anyways just note their (politicians) gonna “smoke” more of ya money by enforcing this nonsense.. its gonna cost millions to enforce and another taxation on us again.. they use the people against the people all the time (pay attention to the backboor dealings)

In real news…Sandra, ironically I met a woman today from Uganda. She’s been here 7 years. Mary Nsubuga stated, ” I think the Kony campaign is a good idea because it will bring peace & it’s not for money oil.” I tried to educate her but she couldn’t understand a lick of English. I said listen, my father is from Liberia & the rebels turned out one of my half brothers. I no longer donate money but I do give away our clothes & other items. I told her I would pray for her & hopefully she will be able to see her kids again. Everybody has a motive, but a simple prayer won’t hurt
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I belong to Soles For Souls and we send lightly used shoes to poorer countries like this!

Yall should look into it and when you do your spring cleaning, don’t throw away your shoes… They really need Men and Boys shoes more… This little bit makes a big difference to a poor person who is looking for a job in order to support their families. Google Soles For Souls, you can pick where your shoes go

It’s ok Det, now you know! And get the kids involved, it’s pretty cool looking at a computer screen and deciding which area you’ll donate too. Don’t get me wrong, they need women’s shoes too, but we usually collect so many womens and not hardly any men’s shoes.

Or if that’s the case, I need any and everyone who gets paid via tax payers to have to submit a drug test. You know how many politicians out there . Not to mention they have to pay for their drug test

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I agree… Just pay close attention to what agency/corporations or what have thats gonna win the bid for drug testing… More money to the politicians..Politicians main goal is to get easy access to money and they will sign off on any bill that has a backdoor deal that will increase their wealth on the backs of the taxpayers everytime.. yes we have poverished families who have succumbbed to drugs but guess whos benefiting …Not us

maggie012205 says:
@ oil sheen, comment #18:
“YOLO” means you only live once, hence the lyric, “you only live once, that’s the motto, n****, yolo.”
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Two things… never in your life “hence” me. two ALL of my questions are rhetorical questions… hence a figure of speech in the form of a question without the expectation of a reply.
Sincerely,
Your sister in Christ
Yolo on Deez IV
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Or if that’s the case, I need any and everyone who gets paid via tax payers to have to submit a drug test. You know how many politicians out there . Not to mention they have to pay for their drug test
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At first glance/thought, it’s a questionable legislation. Now. That being said; If I have to take a drug test to get a job, why shouldn’t the unemployed have to take a drug test to get assistance?

Now, granted, I successfully do my drug tests with smuggled pee, but that’s besides the point….

@ Cookie We can all help others without really doing much IMO, I usually ask for $5 donations to help with the shipping, and once people find out what you’re doing, they step up and pick up the bags and ship them themselves or they give you the postage money.

That’s the only catch, you have to pay to ship the shoes to the US headquarters.

@Yall, that’s much better than buying Toms or Bobs.. which I because they’re so cute and do one-for-one. And I’m glad you mentioned this bc I only had old shoes left after donating clothes to Salvation Army.

okay. don’t know why you took offense to me using the word “hence.” wasn’t trying to be offensive or anything but whatever.

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I am only teasing Maggie… I find a opportunity and I run with it. I ain’t chit even Sandra will tell you. Just laugh like everyone else baby. I am only kidding. I make jokes… that is my role here… it’s all love… #hencemeagainandseewhathappenyolo

Ya’ll got me over feeling bad as heck. I just gave two big garbarge bags full of shoes to one of my cousins and she turned around and sold them on a yard sale. I wish I would have known about this charity.

@oil sheen:
thanks. i really was just clarifying. didn’t mean any offense. the “maggie simpson” joke was hilarious, though
@ sandra rose:
HI!!! so excited to be a part of your blog i’ve been a lurker FOREVER, lol

I thought he was saying “yodel” … you know, like “yodel lay hee whoooo”

I never know fuggin lyrics

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May radio work off antena I thought he way saying Yellow until Maggie henced me and put me on game. I thought he was shouting out light skinned dudes.
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@ Yallcrazy Thank you. I’ll definitely look into Soles For Souls. We usually send out items every season but I just found out the rebels we’re stealing the barrels of items. I’m sick of it. When my son is 10, we’re joining Yale alumni service corps to help set up clinics. There going to Ghana for the Africa project this summer. Wish I could take my son now … ungrateful butt